Dementia Awareness

As working beyond the age of 65 becomes increasingly common, more individuals are likely to be affected by dementia in various ways while in employment

More than 90,000 people in Scotland are living with dementia, a number set to double in the next 25 years. With changes to retirement and state pension rules, working beyond the age of 65 is becoming more common, meaning that many employees will experience the early stages of dementia while still in the workforce.

In addition, many workers are unpaid carers for loved ones with dementia, and an increasing number of your customers will also be affected - either directly or as dementia carers.

Dementia is no longer just a health issue; it’s a workplace issue that demands attention

Workshop content 

This workshop is designed to equip your managers, HR team, and customer-facing staff with the knowledge and tools to address dementia-related issues in the workplace effectively.

Our flexible, modular workshop allows organisations to focus on the topics that matter most to them, including the signs and symptoms of dementia, effective communication, employer obligations, and supporting both employees and customers with dementia, including carers.

Outcomes

Your staff will be equipped to recognise the signs of dementia, communicate with empathy, build a supportive culture, adopt dementia-inclusive practices, and adopt healthy lifestyles to reduce dementia risk.

Our Dementia Awareness workshops for HR teams and managers will empower attendees to cultivate a positive work environment where employees living with dementia, or those caring for someone, feel supported. Additionally, they’ll gain the tools to develop inclusive practices that help both vulnerable colleagues and customers.

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